RAISE Program Coordinator

Job Summary

This position provides supervisory, administrative, instructional, and programmatic oversight for the RAISE program. The primary focus is to assist students with intellectual disabilities transitioning to college-level classes and internships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet with current and prospective students to determine placement into the program.
• Assist with developing & revising the program curriculum.
• Orient and train new students and faculty; Provide support with utilizing Eagle (learning management system).
• Advise students on academic and vocational options that align with their personal interests and goals.
• Guide new and prospective students through the enrollment process; Work in partnership with feeder school districts.
• Work in tandem with Disability Support Services staff when necessary for academic accommodations.
• Work in collaboration with, and provide general programmatic support, to Disability Support Services as needed.
• Provide supervision and support to instructors, educational aides, volunteers, and other support staff as necessary; Assist with finding substitute instructors whenever needed.
• Serve as a liaison between students and instructors; assist with completion of audit (and other required) paperwork.
• Maintain an efficient, accurate record-keeping system of program-related data (ex., participant enrollment and progress, program outcomes and results, job and internship leads, applicants and student placement statistics).
• Pursue various funding options for the program (including grants) and financial assistance for students.
• Create and coordinate program-related events such as orientation(s) for new students, Open Houses, Graduation ceremonies, Career and resource fairs in the community, etc.
• Collaborate with the college's Career Services department to engage program participants in career-related resources, activities, and job opportunities.
• Identify and develop opportunities for students to participate in a variety of inclusive vocational work experiences, on campus and in the community.
• Identify existing opportunities for collaboration with community employers for job training, internships, and job placement for program participants.
• Teach within the RAISE program as needed.
• Plan events and social engagement opportunities for students.
• Develop new supportive services, such as a peer mentor program; Provide supervisory and administrative oversight for the program and participants.
• Other program-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education or related field required. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in Higher Education.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability and interest to work with diverse students, particularly those with intellectual disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships (including with outside agencies).
• Ability to work with college students in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external staff.
• Working knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 is preferred.
• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities (Particularly those with intellectual disabilities) is preferred.
• Prior experience with job development for individuals with disabilities (especially those with intellectual disabilities) preferred.